Nairobi Schools Receive Virtual Reality Kits for Enhanced Learning

Students in several Nairobi schools are now using virtual reality (VR) headsets to deepen their understanding of complex subjects like environmental science, climate change and ecosystems. In one case, learners at a Nairobi school donned VR gear to virtually explore the polluted Nairobi River, observing effects of plastic waste firsthand as part of a climate education module.
The VR kits were donated or facilitated by Ukwenza VR, a Kenyan social enterprise, and integrated into school curriculum through immersive field-trip simulations. At Mcedo Beijing School in Mathare, for instance, students used VR to learn about waste segregation and the journey of plastic from disposal to environmental impact. The immersive technology helps translate abstract environmental problems into tangible, emotionally resonant experiences for learners.
Brookhouse Schools in Nairobi are also embracing VR in a big way. Their Runda campus runs a pilot programme using VR and metaverse tools for subjects like biology and world science.According to educators, this technology is helping students grasp ideas that are otherwise difficult to teach with textbooks — like deep-sea ecosystems or molecular structures.
Feedback from the school community has been positive. Teachers say the VR lessons boost engagement, creativity and curiosity, while students report that they feel transported into learning environments rather than just reading about them. Looking ahead, some schools hope to scale up the use of VR, potentially partnering with more local EdTech firms to expand access across Nairobi — especially in under-resourced areas.